East Jackson Elementary School

4340 Walz Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-6, East Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

East Jackson Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

East Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jackson Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2780 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6%
34%
21%
45%
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
East Jackson Elementary School is ranked #2780 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Jackson Elementary School?
325 students attend East Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Jackson Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jackson Elementary School?
East Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Jackson Elementary School offer ?
East Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jackson Elementary School part of?
East Jackson Elementary School is part of East Jackson Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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